2009 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8. 2013 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A8 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Fusion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |